
Crisis Footing: State Threats and the Straining of UK Intelligence
17/12/2025 | 13 mins.
The Intelligence and Security Committee’s 2023–2025 report reveals an Intelligence Community operating on a permanent "crisis footing," forcing agencies to continuously divert resources from long-term priorities to handle immediate conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. While the community pivots to address the complex "whole-of-state" threats posed by China, Russia, and Iran, it is simultaneously racing to modernize its technological infrastructure through massive Cloud and AI investments. However, the Committee warns that effective democratic scrutiny of these expanding powers is at risk, citing severe understaffing and a government failure to update the oversight body's remit for over a decade. www.securitycareers.help/crisis-in-the-shadows-5-shocking-revelations-from-the-uks-top-secret-security-report Sponsors: www.myprivacy.blog www.compliancehub.wiki

The Strategic CISO: From Fire Inspector to City Planner
16/12/2025 | 16 mins.
The Chief Information Security Officer's mandate has shifted from a technical focus on infrastructure to that of a strategic business partner who aligns security directly with value creation. Amidst geopolitical volatility and the "velocity of change," modern CISOs must act as storytellers and resilience guardians to protect the organization's "crown jewels". This episode explores how leaders are moving beyond compliance to become "architects of security-minded organizational behaviour" essential for sustainable growth. https://www.securitycareers.help/beyond-the-firewall-the-7-essential-leadership-roles-of-a-modern-ciso Sponsors: www.cisomarketplace.com www.cisomarketplace.services

Hacking the Green Rush: Securing the Cannabis Digital Supply Chain
15/12/2025 | 41 mins.
This episode uncovers the "perfect storm" of cyber risks facing cannabis operators, from the regulatory "cashless ATM" crackdowns to the sophisticated phishing campaigns responsible for nearly 9 out of 10 industry breaches. We analyze high-profile incidents like the Stiiizy data exposure to show how third-party vendor vulnerabilities can cascade through POS and seed-to-sale systems, putting customer data and state licenses at risk. Finally, we outline essential "defense-in-depth" strategies, such as separating operational technology from corporate networks and implementing phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication, to build a cyber-resilient business. www.securitycareers.help/a-straightforward-guide-to-cybersecurity-for-your-cannabis-business Sponsor: https://cannabisrisk.diy

The Compliance Crucible: Navigating the CMMC 2.0 & SPRS Mandate
14/12/2025 | 24 mins.
As the Department of Defense activates Phase 1 of the CMMC rollout, government contractors must race to validate their cybersecurity posture or risk losing contract eligibility. This episode breaks down the critical path to Level 2 certification, including the costs of remediation, the 110 controls of NIST SP 800-171, and the mandatory reporting requirements for the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Tune in for a strategic guide on finalizing your System Security Plan, budgeting for third-party assessments, and ensuring your organization avoids the "No CMMC Status" designation. www.compliancehub.wiki/compliance-report-procedures-for-nist-sp-800-171-and-cmmc-assessment-submission-in-the-supplier-performance-risk-system-sprs Sponsor: https://cmmcnist.tools www.compliancehub.wiki

De Cyberbeveiligingswet: De Digitale Revolutie van 2026
13/12/2025 | 17 mins.
In deze aflevering duiken we in de nieuwe Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw), die de Europese NIS2-richtlijn naar Nederlandse wetgeving vertaalt en de huidige Wbni vervangt. We bespreken waarom de implementatie is vertraagd tot het tweede kwartaal van 2026 en waarom de Rijksoverheid adviseert om nu al te starten met de tien verplichte zorgplichtmaatregelen. Daarnaast analyseren we de impact op bestuurders, die persoonlijk aansprakelijk kunnen worden gesteld voor het falen van het digitale risicobeheer. https://eumapping.compliancehub.wiki www.compliancehub.wiki/the-dutch-nis2-law-cbw-is-delayed-to-2026-acting-now-is-not-optional-its-a-fiduciary-duty Sponsor: www.compliancehub.wiki www.cisomarketplace.com



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